Eye Health

Vitamin A is crucial to life and health, and most of us can synthesize all we need from orange and yellow fruits and vegetables and leafy greens. Despite that, it’s often portrayed as a nutrient best sourced from animals or via a supplement. What does vitamin A do in the body? What are the best sources for it, how much do we really need, and what happens when we get too much or not enough?

Research has shown that a colorful diet is a great way to boost your health and vitality. But how can you be sure that you’re getting all the vitamins, minerals, and nutrients that your body needs to thrive? In this article, we’ll look at the whole spectrum of rainbow nutrition to show how adding color to your plate could add years to your life (and life to your years!). There’s also a shareable rainbow foods infographic that can help you choose a diversity of colorful fruits and vegetables.

Vitamin E is one of the antioxidant heroes of our diet, helping to support immunity, fight free radicals, and possibly prevent heart disease, cancer, and cognitive decline. But does that mean you should take vitamin E supplements, or try to get vitamin E largely from your diet? And what are the best food sources of this powerhouse nutrient?

Carrots are a commonly eaten vegetable. But we don’t think they get quite the recognition they deserve. Is it because they grow in the dirt? Is it because not everybody loves carrot juice? Whatever the reason, here’s an ode to all that carrots have to offer, including their health and environmental benefits, along with some delicious recipes to help you enjoy them more.

Some people love spinach, and others, well… don’t. Regardless of your feelings, what's the truth about spinach for your health? And how can you prepare it well in order to incorporate spinach as part of your regular diet, and get the most from its nutritional potential?

You may know omega-3 as a celebrated nutrient found in flaxseeds, chia seeds, and fish oil supplements. But what’s so special about omega-3s? Are there downsides to be aware of? And what are the best ways to meet your omega-3 needs?

Zinc gets good press for its role in shortening the common cold, and its possible contribution to COVID-19 prevention. But boosting the immune system is not all that zinc does for your body. So how much do you need, where should you get it, and how much is too much? This article answers these questions and more.

Tomatoes. Are they a fruit or a vegetable? But more importantly, are they good for you, or do they have hidden downsides? Here’s what to know about one of the world’s most widely-eaten plants.

If you think of raw foods as nothing more than leaves and twigs, you’re missing out on a whole world of fresh, flavorful, and creative eating options. Eating raw isn’t all or nothing; you can still enjoy your favorite cooked dishes while adding more and more raw vegan options into your diet. In this article, you’ll find out what’s good (and not so good) about raw foods, and how to bring more raw deliciousness and life-giving nutrition to your culinary life.

Your eyes do so much for you, from allowing you to see the beauty of the world to warning you of potential dangers. But many of us don’t think much about the importance of our vision until it's threatened. The good news is that by eating well, you can keep your eyes healthy and your vision sharp for as long as possible.

Squash: it’s a racquet game, an unfortunate fate for a bug, and one of nature’s most varied, delicious, and generous foods. If you’ve ever successfully grown squash in your garden, you probably know the meaning of the word “abundance.” But even if you’re a squash lover, there are likely dozens of varieties you’ve never tried. Let’s take a closer look at the health benefits of this versatile, beautiful, and incredibly healthy food.

Many Eastern healing traditions rely on certain plants to help the body deal with stress and regain balance. The West is just now catching up on the use of these plants, known as adaptogens. And they’re becoming increasingly popular. But do they work? Are they safe to use? What does the research say about them, and would you benefit from taking them?